Virginia Wildlife
A Snake in the Grass is A Very Good Thing
Snakes might strike fear into the hearts of some, but co-existing with these fascinating animals can is beneficial for them and us. Read more…
Good Fire on the Mountain
Deploying prescribed fire has significant benefits for wildlife and their habitats. MAY/JUNE Read more…
Falconry Gives a Front Row View of Nature at Work
The ancient art of hunting with raptors requires dedication and passion for the sport and the birds. Read more…
Menace of the Marsh
DWR is making a concerted effort to ensure that nutria, an invasive rodent species destructive to wetlands, don't spread north into the state. Read more…
From Delicacy to Decline: A Tale of the Diamond-Backed Terrapin
The Northern diamond-backed terrapin has played an interesting role in the culture and history of Virginia’s shore over the centuries. Read more…
Shell Game
Illegal trade in freshwater turtles and tortoises is a bigger problem than many realize. Read more…
If You Build It, They Will Come
How DWR relocated Virginia’s largest seabird colony on a tight timeline. Read more…
Of Bear Cubs, Restless Winters, and Research
How GPS collars are helping orphaned bear cubs and improving biologists' understanding of bears in Virginia's Piedmont region. Read more…